The Inquiry and Insight Lecture Series promotes dialogue among visiting scholars, community supporters, students, faculty members, and staff. This year’ s speakers represent diverse fields and issues related to psychology, poetry and fiction, philosophy, politics, social anthropology, and history. All of the speakers have made substantive contributions in their respective fields. Over and above their impressive s cholarly achievements, they share two traits. They have been able to make specialized concepts accessible to interdisciplinary audiences. Additionally, they have been able to enkindle their passion for learning in others. As a group, they embody the academic values that have provided the foundation for learning and research at this university.

Fall 2010: Raj Patel - "The Value of Nothing: Markets & Democracy in a Time of Crisis"

The Undergraduate Scholarship Program, the Honors Program, and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs are co-sponsoring the Scholars Transforming Academic Research Symposium or S.T.A.R.S. This annual conference gives students the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a safe and supportive environment while perhaps preparing to present their findings at professional conferences. The symposium also offers faculty the opportunity to spotlight their successes in mentoring and research.

Academic Affairs Leadership Retreat-Fall Friday, October 31, 2008 University Center 11:30 The Academic Affairs fall retreat agenda included a working session led by Dr. Mordean Taylor-Archer, Vice Provost for Diversity and Equal Opportunity University of Louisville.

Oral History Presentation Honoring Retiring Faculty December 12, 2007: Creating a University - Oral History Presentation Emeritus faculty member, Dr. James Crooks will present an oral history from interviews with our founding members in celebration of 35 years of service and upcoming retirement.